Biography
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MARSHALL BESSETTE: Lead Vocalist
MICK SLOWIK: Lead/Rhythm Guitar
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INFLUENCES – Skynyrd, Kiss, Motley Crue, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Beastie Boys, Run DMC, Kid Rock, Alice In Chains, Pearl Jam, Tool, Disturbed, Johnny Cash and a slew of other country artists that I was exposed to at a young age. Being a child of the 70’s I hate to admit it, but disco was also a small part of my music background.
“At a young age I was very interested in performing in front of people. In school, I was in chorus, theater and played the Sax. I had always wanted to be in a rock band ever since seeing Kiss at about age 7. It wasn’t until my beautiful wife of 13 years bought me a guitar for a wedding present and said, “Rock out with your rooster out!” From then on I dreamed of being in a rock band. I see myself rocking out until I can’t get out of bed. Even if I cannot do it anymore, I will strive to help my daughters do so. Once rock-n-roll is in your blood, you’ll never be able to suppress it!”
INFLUENCES - Kiss, Sabbath, Judas Priest, Aerosmith, Simon and Garfunkel and my Grandfather, who was a true performer.
"I picked up my first guitar at age 11 to compete with my sister’s accordion, but was immediately hooked. Shortly after I discovered KISS and knew I had to be a rocker. I started my first band called Diamond at age 15, playing school dances and parties. Throughout the years, I expanded my musical tastes and played in numerous bands including a folk duo and a country band that played throughout upstate New York. "
GEAR - Fernandez Guitars, Fender Amps and even a self made custom guitar and cabinet.
